The Lady(Bug) of the Household: January 2019

Remember The Dream

"I HAVE A DREAM"
Dr. Martin Luther King
Lincoln Memorial
Washington, DC
August 28, 1963

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"I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.

Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of their captivity.

But one hundred years later, the Negro still is not free. One hundred years later, the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination. One hundred years later, the Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty in the midst of a vast ocean of material prosperity. One hundred years later, the Negro is still languished in the corners of American society and finds himself an exile in his own land. And so we've come here today to dramatize a shameful condition.

In a sense we've come to our nation's capital to cash a check. When the architects of our republic wrote the magnificent words of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, they were signing a promissory note to which every American was to fall heir. This note was a promise that all men, yes, black men as well as white men, would be guaranteed the 'unalienable Rights' of 'Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.' It is obvious today that America has defaulted on this promissory note, insofar as her citizens of color are concerned. Instead of honoring this sacred obligation, America has given the Negro people a bad check, a check which has come back marked "insufficient funds."

But we refuse to believe that the bank of justice is bankrupt. We refuse to believe that there are insufficient funds in the great vaults of opportunity of this nation. And so, we've come to cash this check, a check that will give us upon demand the riches of freedom and the security of justice.

We have also come to this hallowed spot to remind America of the fierce urgency of Now. This is no time to engage in the luxury of cooling off or to take the tranquilizing drug of gradualism. Now is the time to make real the promises of democracy. Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time to lift our nation from the quicksands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood. Now is the time to make justice a reality for all of God's children.

It would be fatal for the nation to overlook the urgency of the moment. This sweltering summer of the Negro's legitimate discontent will not pass until there is an invigorating autumn of freedom and equality. Nineteen sixty-three is not an end, but a beginning. And those who hope that the Negro needed to blow off steam and will now be content will have a rude awakening if the nation returns to business as usual. And there will be neither rest nor tranquility in America until the Negro is granted his citizenship rights. The whirlwinds of revolt will continue to shake the foundations of our nation until the bright day of justice emerges.

But there is something that I must say to my people, who stand on the warm threshold which leads into the palace of justice: In the process of gaining our rightful place, we must not be guilty of wrongful deeds. Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred. We must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity and discipline. We must not allow our creative protest to degenerate into physical violence. Again and again, we must rise to the majestic heights of meeting physical force with soul force.

The marvelous new militancy which has engulfed the Negro community must not lead us to a distrust of all white people, for many of our white brothers, as evidenced by their presence here today, have come to realize that their destiny is tied up with our destiny. And they have come to realize that their freedom is inextricably bound to our freedom. We cannot walk alone. And as we walk, we must make the pledge that we shall always march ahead. We cannot turn back.

There are those who are asking the devotees of civil rights, 'When will you be satisfied?' We can never be satisfied as long as the Negro is the victim of the unspeakable horrors of police brutality. We can never be satisfied as long as our bodies, heavy with the fatigue of travel, cannot gain lodging in the motels of the highways and the hotels of the cities. We cannot be satisfied as long as the negro's basic mobility is from a smaller ghetto to a larger one. We can never be satisfied as long as our children are stripped of their self-hood and robbed of their dignity by signs stating: 'For Whites Only.' We cannot be satisfied as long as a Negro in Mississippi cannot vote and a Negro in New York believes he has nothing for which to vote. No, no, we are not satisfied, and we will not be satisfied until 'justice rolls down like waters, and righteousness like a mighty stream.'

I am not unmindful that some of you have come here out of great trials and tribulations. Some of you have come fresh from narrow jail cells. And some of you have come from areas where your quest -- quest for freedom left you battered by the storms of persecution and staggered by the winds of police brutality. You have been the veterans of creative suffering. Continue to work with the faith that unearned suffering is redemptive. Go back to Mississippi, go back to Alabama, go back to South Carolina, go back to Georgia, go back to Louisiana, go back to the slums and ghettos of our northern cities, knowing that somehow this situation can and will be changed.

Let us not wallow in the valley of despair, I say to you today, my friends. And so even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream.

I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal."

I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia, the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood.

I have a dream that one day even the state of Mississippi, a state sweltering with the heat of injustice, sweltering with the heat of oppression, will be transformed into an oasis of freedom and justice.

I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. I have a dream today!

I have a dream that one day, down in Alabama, with its vicious racists, with its governor having his lips dripping with the words of "interposition" and 'nullification' -- one day right there in Alabama little black boys and black girls will be able to join hands with little white boys and white girls as sisters and brothers. I have a dream today!

I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, and every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight; 'and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed and all flesh shall see it together.'

This is our hope, and this is the faith that I go back to the South with. With this faith, we will be able to hew out of the mountain of despair a stone of hope. With this faith, we will be able to transform the jangling discords of our nation into a beautiful symphony of brotherhood. With this faith, we will be able to work together, to pray together, to struggle together, to go to jail together, to stand up for freedom together, knowing that we will be free one day.

And this will be the day -- this will be the day when all of God's children will be able to sing with new meaning:

My country 'tis of thee, sweet land of liberty, of thee I sing. Land where my fathers died, land of the Pilgrim's pride, From every mountainside, let freedom ring!

And if America is to be a great nation, this must become true. And so let freedom ring from the prodigious hilltops of New Hampshire. Let freedom ring from the mighty mountains of New York. Let freedom ring from the heightening Alleghenies of Pennsylvania. Let freedom ring from the snow-capped Rockies of Colorado. Let freedom ring from the curvaceous slopes of California. But not only that: Let freedom ring from Stone Mountain of Georgia. Let freedom ring from Lookout Mountain of Tennessee. Let freedom ring from every hill and molehill of Mississippi. From every mountainside, let freedom ring. And when this happens, when we allow freedom ring, when we let it ring from every village and every hamlet, from every state and every city, we will be able to speed up that day when all of God's children, black men and white men, Jews and Gentiles, Protestants and Catholics, will be able to join hands and sing in the words of the old Negro spiritual:

Free at last! Free at last! Thank God Almighty, we're free at last!"

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GONE WAY TOO SOON!
Michael Joseph Jackson
08/29/1958 – 06/25/2009

The Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called The Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to The Rainbow Bridge. There are hills and meadows for all of our special friends so they can play and run together. There is plenty of food, water, and sunshine where our friends are comfortable and warm.

All of the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made strong and whole again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are content and happy, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all play and run together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. Their bright eyes are intent; their eager body quivers. Suddenly they begin to run from the group, flying over the green grass, their legs carrying them faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress their beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then, you can cross The Rainbow Bridge together...

Paul C. Dahm

🕊 In loving memory of all my family pets, 6 dogs and 1 cat! Chaka, Champ, Duchess, Duke, King, Pebbles, and Queenie!

Thursday, January 31, 2019

Remembering Brother James in Song

What a beautiful tribute by Brian McKnight for James Ingram and it's well worth the watch. Standing and applauding... Excellent, Brian!
James Ingram Discography on Spotify

Wednesday, January 30, 2019

Motivational Poster of the Day

Tuesday, January 29, 2019

😢 How Do You Keep The Music Playing?

R.I.P. JAMES EDWARD INGRAM
February 16, 1952 - January 29, 2019

First, I want to say thanks to Quincy Jones for featuring James on his album 'The Dude' back in 1981 because I've been a huge fan ever since. I absolutely loved this man's voice and that 'mating call' or whatever it was he did when he sang, can never be duplicated by anyone else. It was his trademark. He was one of my favorite balladeers and he always mastered his part of any duet or collaboration he sang on. He was only 66 years old and I can't believe his voice has been silenced on earth forever. But, I know God has a special place for him in His heavenly choir, along with all the other greats who have gone on before him. He will be missed, but all we need to do is play one of his many beautiful songs, sit back, and let his extraordinary voice soothe our aching hearts. And, to his family, who will miss him the most—May God's peace be with you and please know that James' legion of fans will be lifting all of you up in prayer.

Monday, January 28, 2019

#JustThe2OfUs

My daughter and grandson waiting to watch
The Kid Who Would Be King @ AMC Marple on
on Saturday as a movie treat to celebrate his birthday!

The End of an Era

Philadelphia Says Goodbye to its Iconic 30th Street Station Flipboard

The infamous 'flipboard' that let you know when all the trains were coming and going at Amtrak 30th Street Station is no more. I've been listening to that clicking sound and watching that board flip for many years whenever my mom traveled back and forth to Florida on the Silver Meteor and Silver Star trains. It will be missed but sadly, everything must change and nothing stays the same...

Sunday, January 27, 2019

Scripture of the Day

Saturday, January 26, 2019

Meme of the Day

Stay Tuned & Woke! #NancyPelosi

Friday, January 25, 2019

Kudos to Dan & Nancy

Standing up and applauding! YGB! #DanRather

The SPOTH has spoken! YGG! #NancyPelosi

Thursday, January 24, 2019

My Grandson Was Born Today!

Grammy Loves You & God Loves You More! ❤️

Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Return to Your Roots to Receive Your Blessings

Beautiful Wood-Carved Tree at Aburi Botanical Gardens, Ghana.
Click on image or use this link to watch the video about it on YouTube.

Tuesday, January 22, 2019

Family is Our Greatest Blessing From God!

Monday, January 21, 2019

In Remembrance...

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 🌹
(January 15, 1929 – April 4, 1968)

Sunday, January 20, 2019

The King of K'Nex Strikes Again 2

3-in-1 Classic Amusement Park

This Swing Ride is a bonus build from the K'NEX Thrill Ride series of building sets released in 2018. The dimensions and number of pieces are not specified because it's an alternate build from the 3-in-1 Amusement Park set, which is designed for builders ages 9-14 who can work independently. The motor requires 2-AA batteries (not included) and you'll need a small Phillips screwdriver to open the battery compartment. My grandson put it together in approximately 90 minutes. YGB!

Saturday, January 19, 2019

Stripe Day @ AmeriKick

My grandson got a Sharp Technique stripe on his #OrangeBelt in
weapons class today, so he's another step closer to the next belt level!
🥋 #PurpleBeltBound

And, here are some pics of today's karate class!

Friday, January 18, 2019

😱 #WinterStormHarper

Are you ready for the snow, rain, freezing temps, winds, and ice?
Click on image for details, compliments of the Weather Channel!

Thursday, January 17, 2019

Throwback Thursday

Well, I remember 14 out of 17 so I'm officially Older Than Dirt!
I don't remember Butch Wax, Studebakers, and Blackjack Gum.

Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Quote of the Day

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

#Trumpism

Monday, January 14, 2019

Note to Republicans...

Are you suffering during the government shutdown because of the very people you elected? They're all laughing at you now, but remember all of their names and faces so YOU can have the last laugh on Election Day. If the dog bites you once, it's the dog's fault. But, if the dog bites you twice, it's YOUR fault!

Sunday, January 13, 2019

A Prayer of Thanks

Saturday, January 12, 2019

Motivational Poster of the Day

Friday, January 11, 2019

🤣 #TrumpTravels

Thursday, January 10, 2019

Throwback Thursday

Click on the image to take a stroll down memory lane at DYR!

Wednesday, January 9, 2019

Are You Serious?

Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Straight Outta SW Philly

Mercy-Douglass Hospital was located at 50th and Woodland Avenue in Philadelphia, PA. It closed in 1973, but it has a very rich African American history and legacy worth knowing and sharing. Click on the image to learn more.

Monday, January 7, 2019

Golden Globes For Great Performances

Congratulations to Mahershala Ali (Green Book) and Regina King (If Beale Street Could Talk) for their Golden Globe wins tonight! Click on the image or this text link for the complete list of winners.

Sunday, January 6, 2019

The Power of Prayer

Saturday, January 5, 2019

The King of K'Nex Strikes Again 1

3-in-1 Classic Amusement Park

This ferris wheel was a Christmas gift from me and it's from the Thrill Ride series of building sets released in 2018. It's designed for builders ages 9-14 who can work independently, and my grandson put it together in approximately 2 hours. It is 744 pieces and measures 87 cm in height. The motor requires 2-AA batteries (not included) and you'll need a small Phillips screwdriver to open the battery compartment. The set also features 2 bonus builds (Boom and Swing Rides) and the PDF instructions for them can be downloaded from K'Nex by entering the building set code (17035) or set name as noted above under the logo. YGB!

Wednesday, January 2, 2019

😂 Don't Steal My Resolution!

Tuesday, January 1, 2019

From This Household To Yours...

Best wishes from The Lady (Bug)!

Rosalynette's Bookshelf

The Lady of Bugs

Many people are fond of ladybugs because of their colorful, spotted appearance. But farmers love them for their appetite. Most ladybugs voraciously consume plant-eating insects, such as aphids, and in doing so they help to protect crops. Ladybugs lay hundreds of eggs in the colonies of aphids and other plant-eating pests. When they hatch, the ladybug larvae immediately begin to feed. By the end of its three-to-six-week life, a ladybug may eat some 5,000 aphids. Ladybugs are also called lady beetles or, in Europe, ladybird beetles. There are about 5,000 different species of these insects, and not all of them have the same appetites. A few ladybugs prey not on plant-eaters but on plants. The Mexican bean beetle and the squash beetle are destructive pests that prey upon the crops mentioned in their names. Ladybugs appear as half-spheres, tiny, spotted, round or oval-shaped domes. They have short legs and antennae. Their distinctive spots and attractive colors are meant to make them unappealing to predators. Ladybugs can secrete a fluid from joints in their legs which gives them a foul taste. Their coloring is likely a reminder to any animals that have tried to eat their kind before: "I taste awful." A threatened ladybug may both play dead and secrete the unappetizing substance to protect itself.

The Virgoan One

Virgos are analytical people, especially when they are in love. This isn't necessarily a bad thing unless you become overly analytical, which will not only drive you crazy, but irritate your partner as well. In a relationship, Virgos have the tendency to be critical and a little demanding. If you find that you always seem to drive your mate away, your critical and controlling nature is probably one of the problems. Always needing to be in control, Virgos have a difficult time letting go emotionally and intimately; this is why their perfect companions are people who are strong and liberated. That's not to say that Virgos don't have any redeeming love qualities, because they do… and plenty! When Virgo men and women are in love, they pledge themselves entirely and completely to their partners. They can be counted on to be monogamous and loyal. Unlike other more impulsive signs of the zodiac, Virgo's do not fall in love easily but slowly, and when they do, they fall hard. Once Virgos have completed their slow and steady path to love, they aim to please. They are perfectionists after all, and this strive toward perfection applies to every area of the their lives.

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